podman.exe: which program is it?
podman.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being Podman CLI. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 Podman CLI | Podman | 6.1.4 | — |
 Podman | Red Hat | 5.8.3 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is podman.exe safe?
podman.exe is a normal part of Podman CLI when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is podman.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove podman.exe?
Uninstall Podman CLI through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes podman.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.